Dubai Police arrest 18 suspects, seize tankers for dumping harmful materials in unauthorised locations

During the first half of 2026, the Environmental Crimes Section at the Economic Crimes Department at the General Department of Criminal Investigation (CID) at Dubai Police arrested 18 suspects and seized 17 tankers for illegally disposing of harmful materials, including sewage and petrochemical waste, outside designated locations across the emirate.

This action was carried out in cooperation with Dubai Municipality (DM) and the Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority (DECCA).

The suspects were identified after authorities detected violations of the legal requirements and procedures governing the disposal of harmful materials.

Following the investigations, the necessary legal measures were taken against the suspects, while all 17 tankers used were confiscated.

Dubai Police stressed that harmful materials such as sewage and petrochemical waste must only be disposed of at designated locations and in accordance with approved procedures.

Dubai Police said tackling environmental violations relies on close field coordination and information sharing with relevant authorities, allowing violations to be detected quickly and appropriate action to be taken.

The police stressed that businesses and individuals operating in the sector have a responsibility to comply with approved regulations and disposal procedures.

“Protecting the environment and public health requires full compliance with these requirements and responsible handling of harmful materials to prevent illegal practices from putting the community or environment at risk” the police stressed.